Supervisory Firefighter (HAZMAT TECH/BASIC LIFE SUPPORT)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serve as a Supervisory Firefighter at West Point. This position is included under the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. Click here for more information on SRC for Firefighters (Secondary) Learn more about this agency Duties Serve as Station Chief in charge of a fire station and crew(s) for 2 shifts assigned to 24-hour tours of duty. Assume immediate direction and control of operations at all types of emergency incidents until relieved by the Assistant Chief or Fire Chief. Supervise 13 to 17 employees assigned to two (2) shifts comprised daily of 3 Lead Firefighters GS-8 and 10 to 15 Firefighters GS-7 level. Direct, instruct and coordinate drills and other scheduled training for assigned crew members. Assist in establishing and updating division policies and procedures. Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. Must participate and pass all aspects of Fire and Emergency Services Division Wellness Program to include: a. Structured Physical Exercise Program b. Annual Physical Examination c. Annual Physical Performance Evaluation d. On-The-Spot Drug Screening Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time. A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed. Position is subject to immediate recall with or without advanced notice. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes directing structural firefighting and rescue operations for a variety of emergencies, using concepts, principles, and theories of fire control and extinguish to mitigate an emergency, plans, distributes, coordinates, and monitors work assignments of others, administer basic life support care to victims on the scene of an emergency, enforce policies and procedures and directives related to fire and emergency responses methods and goals. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). Selective Placement Factor: In addition to the specialized experience required to qualify for the GS-09 level you must also possess and maintain ALL the following Department of Defense (or reciprocal equivalent) certifications: DOD Firefighter Certifications: Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector I, Hazardous Materials Technician, and Hazardous Materials Incident Command. Must maintain certification as a New York State EMT. You MUST submit a copy of the above certifications certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) (AND New York registered EMT Certification Card indicating a future expiration). If your application package does not contain proof of having these certificates, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you WILL NOT receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Rather than submitting individual DoD certificates, you may opt to use the DoD Lookup System website (http://www.dodffcert.com/), and then save and upload your one/two-page individual report. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this position you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. This is a(n) Installation Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Recruitment and relocations incentives may be authorized. Student loan repayment is not be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized. Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate may be authorized. Proof of Age: As this is a secondary/rigorous firefighter position, your application package MUST include a government issued document indicating your date of birth. Failure to submit this document will result in your application being marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive further consideration for this position. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.